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Category: History & Folklore

Legends and Historical Stories from the Isle of Mull

Historical accounts, oral legends, and cultural stories that define Mull’s past—from ancient sites to family lore.

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Glengorm Castle on Mull: A History of Clearances and Enduring Legacy

Glengorm Castle by Stuart Logan Perched dramatically on the northern tip of the Isle of Mu..

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Who Is Buried in Iona Abbey? Uncovering the Royal and Clan Legacy of Scotland’s Sacred Isle

Iona Abbey stands on the Isle of Iona off the coast of Mull and ranks among Scotland’s mos..

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Pennyghael House History: From Highland Estate to Rock Royalty and Decline

Pennyghael House front 2025 Amid the rugged hills and windswept lochside of the Isle of Mul..

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Mull in the Midst of War: How World War II Transformed a Highland Isle

The Isle of Mull sits off Scotland’s west coast, known for its rugged landscapes, quiet lochs..

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7 Must-Visit Historic Castles on the Isle of Mull: The Ultimate Guide

Duart Castle Duart Castle stands proudly on a basalt headland, surveying the southe..

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Visit MacQuarie’s Mausoleum on Mull, Discover the Story Behind Australia’s Colonial Governor

Gruline on the Isle of Mull is home to a modest stone structure with international historical ..

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Uncover Tobermory’s Colorful Secrets: A Journey Through 3,000 Years on the Isle of Mull

Tobermory's clock tower on the main street. Introduction Tobermory sits on the sheltered..

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The Great Mull Air Mystery: A Scottish Enigma That Defies Explanation

History is full of tales about the vanished, the disappeared, and the mysteriously lost. Fro..

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Fingal’s Rock at Fionnphort: The Legend, The Myth, & The Geology of Mull’s Giant Boulder

Nestled on the rugged shoreline of Fionnphort beach on the Isle of Mull lies a curious and imp..

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The Haunting Tale of Tragedy Rock: A Must-Visit on the Isle of Mull

Nestled on the rugged, windswept coast of the Isle of Mull, Scotland, lies a place where histo..